IMT Nagpur, a prominent B-school in Maharashtra, is known for its academic rigor, industry integration, and high rates of return on investment. All PGDM programs are AICTE-approved and SAQS-accredited (with MBA equivalency). The lush, fully-residential campus on Nagpur’s Katol Road is equipped with modern classrooms, innovation labs, business incubators, and student recreation centers. The flagship PGDM (General) employs a cross-disciplinary, experiential learning style, merging foundational theory with live projects, industry certifications, analytics workshops, and summer internships.
The specialized PGDM (Marketing) and PGDM (Finance) programs offer deep expertise for roles in sales, brand, product management, banking, finance, consulting, and analytics. Dual specialization is a core feature, allowing students to build broader domain knowledge. IMT’s national and international collaborations, active alumni body, and dedicated CDC (Career Development Cell) ensure 100% placement for years, a diverse recruiter pool, and growing numbers of PPOs. Entry is strictly merit-based, with multiple national exam scores accepted and a rigorous GD-PI-WAT process.
| Event | Date (Indicative) |
|---|---|
| Start of Applications | September 2024 |
| Application Deadline | January 2025 |
| Interview Shortlist | February 2025 |
| Personal Interviews (PI) | Feb–Mar 2025 |
| Final Offers | March/April 2025 |
| Program Begins | June/July 2025 |
PGDM (General Management):
Two-year, full-time, residential MBA-equivalent curriculum; 24+ core and 15+ elective courses, extensive industry engagement, live consulting, and mandatory summer internship (8–10 weeks). Put an emphasis on business analytics, leadership, and interdisciplinary electives.
PGDM (Finance):
Covers corporate finance, investment, risk analysis, commercial banking, and fintech, with dual-specialization options for broad professional skills. Designed for careers in banking, IB, fintech, consulting, and analytics.
PGDM (Marketing):
Specializes in digital marketing, brand management, market analytics, B2B/B2C, and rural/retail, with project-based and experiential learning, supported by reputed visiting faculty and guest industry workshops.
A bachelor's degree with at least 50% overall is required for eligibility; final-year students may apply.
Application: Online application form on the IMT common portal; application fee ₹3,500; upload all documents.
Entrance Tests: Submit valid CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT scores.
Shortlisting: IMT Nagpur evaluates scores, academics, work experience, and diversity factors for PI call.
Selection Rounds: Shortlisted candidates must appear for a Written Communication Test (WCT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI), evaluating academic and extra-curricular achievements.
Final List: Composite merit based on scores (CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT: 35%), GD/PI/WCT: 45%, profile diversity/academic: 20%.
Admission & Reporting: Final offer made; verification, fee submission, and induction in June-July.
No management or direct admissions; full transparency in process. Reserved merit-based TFW, need-based, and girls scholarships add further value.
| Program | Duration | Total Fee (₹) | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGDM (All Specializations) | 2 years | 15,00,000 | Hostel and mess inclusive |
| FPM (Doctoral) | 4 years | Minimal/Nominal | Stipend/scholarship available |
| Certificate Programs | 2–6 months | Varies | Specialized, short-term courses |
Total Fee: ₹15,00,000 (for 2 years, all PGDM streams)
Mandatory charges include: One-time admission fee (₹50,000), academic fees (₹14,27,000), alumni fees (₹8,000), caution deposit (refundable, ₹15,000)
Hostel and Mess: Included in the ₹15 lakh (compulsory for all full-time PGDM students)
Detailed Fee Table:
| Fee Component | Year 1 (₹) | Year 2 (₹) | Total (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee | 50,000 | – | 50,000 |
| Academic Fee | 7,80,000 | 6,47,000 | 14,27,000 |
| Alumni Fee | 8,000 | – | 8,000 |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | 15,000 | – | 15,000 |
| Hostel + Mess (All-Inclusive) | Included | Included | Included |
| Total | 8,53,000 | 6,47,000 | 15,00,000 |
No additional fees are demanded; payment schedules are in installments per the admission offer details. Special fee waiver, need-based scholarships, and a girls’ scholarship are available for eligible students.
Highest package: ₹36.33L (top domestic offer)
Top 10 average: ₹16.53L
Top 20 average: ₹14.11L
Median package: ₹10.81L
Placement rate: ~100%
Batch placed (2024 report): 182 students
Top recruiters: ICICI Bank, Deloitte, Amazon, Wipro, Asian Paints, SBI, KPMG, CRISIL, HSBC, Tech Mahindra, Blue Star, Aditya Birla, Berger Paints, Info Edge, Kotak Mahindra, Usha
Functional split: BFSI, consulting, tech, FMCG, operations, analytics, marketing
Strong summer internship track record: highest stipend ₹1,50,000/month; majority offers in BFSI & consulting.
